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General Information Quiz

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According to Section 27, what principle should guide public service?

A. Personal loyalty to government officialsB. Political favoritism in hiring and promotionsC. Honesty, integrity, and anti-corruption measuresD. Centralized authority in government agencies

Scenario: During a public discussion, someone suggests that human rights can be overlooked if national security is at risk. How would you refer to Article II, Section 11 in this case?

A. You should remind them that human rights are inviolable, and national security efforts must not infringe upon these fundamental rights.B. Agree with them that human rights can be suspended during times of national emergency.C. Say that human rights are less important when compared to the country’s national security.D. Explain that human rights can be suspended for security reasons as long as the public agrees with it.

What is the significance of the 'Ancestral Domain' for Indigenous Peoples?

A. It is a legally recognized area where Indigenous Peoples exercise their right to self-determination and autonomyB. It is a private property that can be sold to anyoneC. It is a designated national park for cultural preservationD. It is a state-controlled area designated for agriculture

Which professional qualification is required for a majority of the COMELEC members, including the Chairman?

A. Certified Public AccountantB. Political Science degreeC. Philippine Bar membershipD. Master’s in Public Administration

Which of the following is a prohibited form of detention mentioned in the Constitution?

A. Military stockadeB. Secret placesC. Public detentionD. House arrest

David was born in the Philippines, and his parents are both Filipinos. When he grows up, he decides to work in the US and gets a US citizenship. What happens to his Philippine citizenship?

A. He must give up his Philippine citizenship to avoid confusion.B. He keeps his Philippine citizenship unless he officially renounces it.C. He automatically loses his Philippine citizenship.D. He gets a 'dual' special agent badge for being both a Filipino and American.

The government orders a mass search of homes in a neighborhood without probable cause or a warrant. Which constitutional provision is being violated?

A. Right to privacyB. Right to legal counselC. Right to a fair trialD. Right to freedom of expression

Rafael was born in the Philippines to Filipino parents. However, he moved to Canada and became a Canadian citizen. Now, he wants to return to the Philippines. Can Rafael reacquire his Philippine citizenship?

A. No, Rafael loses his Philippine citizenship automatically.B. Yes, Rafael can reacquire his Philippine citizenship by following legal procedures.C. Yes, Rafael automatically retains his Philippine citizenship.D. No, he must apply for naturalization as a Filipino citizen.

Under the IPRA, what is the role of the Indigenous Peoples' Mandatory Representatives (IPMR)?

A. To represent the interests and concerns of Indigenous Peoples in local legislative councilsB. To manage the ancestral domains of Indigenous PeoplesC. To serve as the legal counsel for Indigenous PeoplesD. To enforce laws related to environmental protection in ancestral domains

Case Study: A large city is facing severe traffic congestion. The local government wants to implement a new transportation plan. According to Section 25, how should the government proceed?

A. The government should implement the plan without consulting the public.B. The government should ensure that the local government unit has the autonomy to address the issue with minimal interference from national authorities.C. The government should immediately restrict traffic and impose a curfew to reduce congestion.D. The government should prioritize infrastructure development without considering public needs.

How long shall the term of office of the senators be?

A. 3 yearsB. 4 yearsC. 5 yearsD. 6 years

Which law mandates the use of Filipino in government office correspondence?

A. Executive Order No. 335B. Republic Act No. 6713C. Executive Order No. 25D. Republic Act No. 10173

The Commission on Audit must be composed of individuals with experience in which of the following fields?

A. Public Administration and EngineeringB. Auditing and Legal PracticeC. Accounting and MedicineD. Law and Teaching

If a Filipino citizen gets naturalized in another country, what happens to their Philippine citizenship?

A. They lose their Philippine citizenship forever.B. They keep their citizenship, but it gets a cool new name.C. They may lose it, but they can apply to get it back.D. They become a 'Philippine tourist' with special privileges.

Whose aid is invoked in the Preamble?

A. The United NationsB. Our ancestorsC. Almighty GodD. The Supreme Court

The penalties for violation of the Act of the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees includes a fine of not exceeding the equivalent of what?

A. Three (3) months salaryB. Six (6) months salaryC. One (1) year salaryD. Two (2) months salary

Which of the following is a major environmental concern in the Philippines that is worsened by climate change?

A. Pollution from industrial wasteB. Coral reef bleachingC. DeforestationD. Overfishing

What is the time limit for public officials and employees to respond to communications from the public?

A. Five working daysB. Fifteen working daysC. Thirty working daysD. One month

Case Study: A group of farmers in Mindanao has been dumping agricultural waste directly into a nearby river. The fish are starting to look like vegetables. What is the best course of action under environmental law?

A. Give the fish a salad dressing and let them live their new veggie life.B. Install a vegetable market and sell the fish to the local grocery store.C. Educate the farmers on proper waste disposal and implement a solid waste management system.D. Make the farmers clean up the mess with their bare hands.

Which phrase in the Preamble most clearly expresses national sovereignty?

A. Under the rule of lawB. We, the sovereign Filipino peopleC. Secure to ourselves and our posterityD. Promote the common good

In 2018, the Philippines played a key role in a resolution at the United Nations concerning the protection of which global resource?

A. Freshwater resourcesB. Marine biodiversityC. Forest ecosystemsD. Coal reserves

What term refers to the right and obligation of citizens, who are at least 18 years old and qualified by law, to vote in the election of national and local government officials without requiring literacy, property, or other substantive criteria?

A. SuffrageB. ElectionC. Voting powerD. Civil Right

Scenario: In a discussion on sovereignty, a participant suggests that the Philippines should align its foreign policy entirely with the interests of powerful countries. How would you refer to Article II, Section 2 to address this?

A. Explain that the Philippines renounces war and advocates for a policy of peace, independence, and cooperation with other nations.B. Agree that the Philippines should prioritize the interests of more powerful nations to ensure economic benefits.C. Say that the country should always follow the foreign policies of stronger nations to avoid conflicts.D. Inform the participant that sovereignty means the Philippines can choose to be dependent on other nations for peace.

It is the electoral process by which an initiative on the Constitution is either approved or rejected by the people.

A. ReferendumB. PlebisciteC. PetitionD. Initiative

Scenario: A senior official asks you to overlook a minor human rights violation to expedite a project. How do you respond as a civil service examiner?

A. Politely refuse, explaining that ignoring any human rights violation would compromise the integrity of the work and the law.B. Agree with the official because the project must be completed quickly.C. Advise the official to delay the project until the violation is addressed, but don’t worry about it too much.D. Go along with the official’s request and hope no one notices the violation.

The ownership and management of ____________ shall be limited to citizens of the Philippines, or to corporations, cooperatives or associations, wholly-owned and managed by such citizens.

A. public utilitiesB. mass mediaC. real estate propertiesD. corporate assets

Which of the following actions by a government employee is explicitly prohibited under the Code of Conduct?

A. Accepting gifts or favors from private individuals in exchange for government servicesB. Serving as a consultant for a private company during office hoursC. Using government funds for personal gainD. All of the above

What should public officials do to avoid conflicts of interest?

A. Only work during office hoursB. Always uphold the public interest over personal interestsC. Maintain a separate private businessD. Ensure that personal interests align with public interest

A group of urban poor individuals is being displaced due to a government development project. They are not being provided adequate relocation options. What should they do?

A. They should leave the area immediately without protesting.B. They should file a complaint with the National Commission on Human Rights (NCHR) and demand adequate relocation and compensation.C. They should abandon their claim to the area and accept whatever compensation is given.D. They should ignore the problem and wait for the authorities to act.